1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 900 kg more than 2007 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Siena, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (75 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Vantage | Siena |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 67.4 mm |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |